2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |